Catherine Afeku
In a surprising turn of events, Catherine Afeku, a leading member of Alan Kwadwo Kyerematen’s campaign team, has made a significant political shift by announcing her support for Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia.
This decision marks a notable departure from her previous allegiance to Mr. Kyerematen, who was a contender for the presidential nomination within their political party until his recent withdrawal from the party’s flagbearer race.
Speaking on Adom FM, Madam Afeku declared her change in political affiliation and explained her reasoning behind the shift. “I’ve spoken with some elders and thought about this, and though I support a political party, I have decided to use my energy and support Vice President Mahamudu Bawumia because of his personality,” she expressed.
Madam Afeku’s decision has raised eyebrows and prompted speculation about the potential ramifications for Mr. Kyerematen’s campaign team.
As a leading member of his team, her defection could potentially impact the dynamics within the campaign and the overall support base.
Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, who currently serves as the Vice President of the country, has seen a series of endorsements and increased visibility lately.
Madam Afeku’s decision to throw her support behind him further solidifies Bawumia’s growing momentum and may boost his chances in the upcoming party nomination.
While Madam Afeku did not elaborate on the specific qualities that attracted her to Dr. Bawumia, his personality and leadership style appear to have made a significant impression on her.
This endorsement from a prominent member of Mr. Kyerematen’s campaign team could influence other supporters to reconsider their loyalty and potentially shift their support to Dr. Bawumia as well.
The response from Mr. Kyerematen’s campaign team regarding Madam Afeku’s defection is yet to be seen.
However, political analysts anticipate that this development may lead to intensified efforts from Mr. Kyerematen’s team to retain their current supporters and attract new ones to fill the void left by Madam Afeku’s departure.
This political shift underscores the fluid nature of political alliances and demonstrates how individual assessments of candidates’ personalities can impact campaign dynamics.
As the race for the party nomination continues, the support gained through these high-profile endorsements will undoubtedly play a crucial role in determining the eventual flagbearer.
With Madam Afeku’s announcement, all eyes are now on the evolving political landscape as Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia’s campaign gains new momentum, generating significant interest within the political arena.
By Vincent Kubi